Introduction: The Australian Job Market
Australia offers excellent career opportunities across mining, healthcare, technology, finance, and professional services. With a strong economy, high wages, and quality of life, Australia attracts talent from around the world.
## Resume vs CV in Australia
In Australia:
Resume is the standard term for most job applications
- CV is used primarily in academic, medical, and research contexts
Recommended Length
- 2-4 pages is standard (longer than US, similar to UK)
- Entry-level: 2 pages
- Mid-career: 2-3 pages
- Senior/Executive: 3-4 pages
Note: Unlike the US (1 page) or UK (strict 2 pages), Australian employers expect more detail and won't penalise longer resumes if the content is relevant.
## Australian Resume Structure
### 1. Contact Details
Include at the top:
- Full name
- Mobile number (+61 format for international applicants)
- Email address
- LinkedIn profile URL
- Suburb and State (e.g., "Melbourne VIC")
- Visa status (for non-citizens)
Do NOT include: Photograph, date of birth, marital status, religious affiliation
### 2. Professional Profile / Career Summary
*"Results-driven Marketing Manager with 8 years' experience in Australian FMCG sector. Proven track record of launching products generating $50M+ annual revenue. Expert in digital marketing, brand strategy, and team leadership. Seeking senior marketing role with innovative consumer goods company."*
### 3. Key Skills / Core Competencies
List 8-12 relevant skills in a grid format.
### 4. Professional Experience
```
Senior Product Manager | Atlassian | Sydney NSW
January 2021 – Present
Lead product strategy for Jira Service Management, driving $100M ARR product line.
Key Achievements:
• Launched 3 major feature releases increasing user engagement by 40%
• Grew team from 5 to 15 across Sydney and international offices
• Implemented customer feedback programme improving NPS from 32 to 58
```
### 5. Education
List qualifications with institution name, location, and year completed.
### 6. Referees
Australian resumes typically end with referees or: *"Referees available upon request"*
## Australian Spelling & Terminology
Use Australian/British English:
- organise (not organize)
- colour (not color)
- centre (not center)
- Use "mobile" not "cell phone"
- Use "annual leave" not "vacation"
- Use "superannuation" not "401k"
## Visa Status for Non-Citizens
Clearly state your work rights:
- "Australian Permanent Resident — Full work rights"
- "Working Holiday Visa (subclass 417) — Valid until [date]"
- "Skilled Worker Visa (subclass 482) with [employer] — transferable"
- "Student Visa with 48 hours/fortnight work rights"
## Industry-Specific Australian Resume Tips
### Mining & Resources
- Include safety tickets (White Card, Working at Heights)
- Reference specific mine sites
- Highlight FIFO experience
- Include equipment certifications
### Healthcare & Medical
- Include AHPRA registration number
- Note Medicare provider number if applicable
- Reference specific hospital experience
- Include clinical specialisations
### Technology & Startups
- Include GitHub/portfolio links
- Reference Australian tech experience (Atlassian, Canva)
- Include remote work capabilities
- Note agile/scrum experience
### Finance & Banking
- Reference ASIC/APRA knowledge
- Include CPA, CA certifications
- Note AML/CTF compliance experience
- Reference Big 4 bank experience
## ATS Optimisation for Australian Jobs
Most large Australian employers use ATS systems (SEEK integration, PageUp, Workday):
1. Use standard headings
2. Include keywords from job advertisements
3. Avoid graphics in ATS-scanned sections
4. Use standard fonts
5. Save as PDF unless Word is requested
## Common Australian Resume Mistakes
1. Including a Photo — Unusual in Australia
2. Too Short — Australian resumes can be 2-4 pages
3. Ignoring Visa Status — Non-citizens must state work rights
4. American Spelling — Use Australian/British English
5. Missing Referees — Include or note availability
## Conclusion
The Australian job market rewards well-structured, detailed resumes that demonstrate local understanding and clear work rights. Following these guidelines will help your resume stand out to Australian employers.
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Related Resources:
- [Australia Resume Format](/resume-format/australia)
- [Data Analyst Resume](/resume-examples/data-analyst)
- [Software Engineer Resume](/resume-examples/software-engineer)
